Vericel Corporation, a leader in advanced therapies for the sports medicine and severe burn care markets, has an exciting opportunity for a top performing safety professional looking to join and contribute to a commercial stage company with an established portfolio of unique advanced cell therapies and specialty biologics. Reporting directly to Operations Management at Vericel, this is a great opportunity to join a high growth company with a strong balance sheet supported by a talented team of professionals who are committed to improving the lives of the patients we serve.
POSITION SUMMARY
This role has primary responsibility for developing, implementing, and maintaining site safety and security programs. This position also serves as the Biosafety Officer and Chemical Hygiene Officer and is a leader of the Emergency Response team.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential Functions:
Employee Health & Safety
- Evaluate current facility and EH&S conditions; assess risks and implement appropriate corrective-action plans and policies to improve regulatory compliance, meet or exceed industry standards and maintain company policy.
- Lead/provide EH&S guidance and compliance support to site management to ensure compliance with regulatory and company requirements for both the Cambridge and Burlington Facilities.
- Drive continuous improvements in EH&S performance and programs.
- Conduct accident investigation and prepare report identifying possible accident causes and hazards.
- Plan and implement training for employees in work site safety practices and regulatory compliance.
- Prepare and maintain environmental summaries, training reports, regulatory summaries, filings and reporting requirements.
- Establish and oversee a cross functional safety committee; schedule regular meetings, maintain minutes and manage action item follow up.
- Manage reporting requirements for waste removal and effluent.
- Perform safety surveys and inspections, prepare written reports of findings and recommendations for corrective or preventive measures where indicated and follow up to ensure measures have been implemented.
- Plan, develop, implement and manage site procedures for adhering to local, state, and federal EH&S regulations.
- Identify, implement and manage third party service providers for EH&S services.
- Advise design teams on requirements for new construction projects to ensure compliance with applicable EH&S laws.
Security
- Evaluate and maintain security policies to ensure best practices.
- Manage personnel access control to all restricted areas.
- Manage 3rd party security service providers.
- Interface with landlord security leadership as necessary.
- Interface with emergency personnel as necessary.
- Work with Human Resources for Onboarding and Offboarding of personnel.
Leadership Responsibilities:
- Understanding, observing, and adhering to the goals and policies outlined in Vericel’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.
- Being honest and treating people with respect and courtesy.
- Constantly striving to make Vericel a great place to work, and a company respected for the quality of its people and products.
- Serving as role models for our fellow employees and business partners by acting responsibly, fairly, and honestly in our dealings and exercising sound judgment in performing our jobs.
QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in health & safety or a related scientific field; minimum 7 years of experience in Environmental, Health and Safety with 5 years of program management experience in an FDA regulated environment (i.e. pharma, biotech, or medical device research/development/and manufacturing).
- Must have in depth knowledge of United States and Massachusetts EH&S regulations and standards and demonstrate effective interaction with regulatory agencies.
- Thorough knowledge of regulatory requirements relating to OSHA, DOT, IATA, EPA regulations and codes.
- Leadership, project management and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent written and verbal skills.
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, employees and regulatory representatives.
- Experience with electronic security systems and authoring security policies.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Demonstrated experience developing or supporting a behavioral based safety program.
- Lean Six Sigma certification or Operational Excellence experience.
- Demonstrated ability to lead or facilitate large projects.
EEO Statement
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or protected veteran status and will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Vericel Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Vericel Corporation is VEVRAA federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans for job openings at all locations within the state.
